Alaska USA Appoints New Director of Sales
Brenda Miernyk has been selected to fill the position of director of sales for Alaska USA Mortgage Company. Miernyk is a trusted leader with more than twenty years of mortgage industry experience. She holds a bachelor’s in business administration from Colorado State University.
“After careful consideration of the potential candidates, Brenda set herself apart by displaying a deep understanding of the mortgage needs of individuals in the areas in which we serve,” says Steve Larson, executive director of mortgage and real estate lending. “We look forward to seeing her expertise and motivation help the company evolve as she settles into her role.”
Current Issue
January 2026
Evans Becomes North Pacific Fisheries Management Council’s Fifth Executive Director
The North Pacific Fisheries Management Council promoted Diana Evans to become the federal regulatory panel’s fifth-ever Executive Director.
RDC’s Hajdukovich Elevated to Executive Director
Experienced military advisor Connor Hajdukovich can remove “interim” from his title as Executive Director of the Resource Development Council for Alaska.
Moore Takes Over GCI Consumer Services for Retiring Landes
With the impending retirement of longtime GCI executive Paul Landes, leadership for overall consumer services transfers to Maureen Moore.
We’re honored again this year to celebrate our partnership with Junior Achievement of Alaska, a nonprofit that educates local youth about enterprise, business, money, and financial literacy. In the special section, three Junior Achievement of Alaska students weigh in on their experience with the exceptional volunteers and teachers involved with the program.
And in Industry Support, we explore the range of varied services that industry in Alaska requires, from mancamps to spill response to off-grid energy solutions.
Outside the special sections, make sure to check out the 2026 Economic forecast, where Alaska leaders share their insights on what may lie ahead in the coming year. Enjoy!